The City of Maisons-Alfort renews its commitment to October Rose, the national month for breast cancer prevention. A series of events is planned to raise public awareness about screening.
The facade of the Town Hall will be illuminated in pink throughout October, marking the municipality's support for this cause.
The André Malraux Media Library is hosting an exhibition titled 'Pink Ribbon Photo Award by Estée Lauder Companies' until October 31, 2026. This selection highlights life stories related to the disease and aims to break taboos.
Several workshops are offered at the CSC La Croix des Ouches: on Thursday, October 8, a 'post-cancer gym' workshop by the association Academy Sport, and on Friday, October 9, a 'therapeutic Postural Ball' session adapted for cancer patients.
On Friday, October 9, the André Malraux Media Library is organizing a 'Pink Ball #2' from 7 PM to 9 PM, a solidarity and family dance evening in partnership with musicians from the Henri Dutilleux Conservatory. Entry is free upon reservation.
On Saturday, October 10, prevention stands will be present at the Charentonneau market for discussions and demonstrations of self-examination techniques. At the Henri Dutilleux Municipal Conservatory, a dance performance, testimonials, and a presentation of the R.I.P.O.S.T.E Solution are scheduled.
On the afternoon of Saturday, October 10, the Condorcet Gymnasium will host a 'Zumba Rose' from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM, benefiting the Gustave Roussy Institute. A participation fee of 10 euros is requested. In the evening, the CSC La Croix des Ouches offers an 'Improv Cabaret' for the same institute.
On Sunday, October 11, the Pompidou Gymnasium will host a 'Solidarity Boot Camp' from 10 AM to 12 PM, led by ACMA, with a 5 euro participation fee. In the afternoon, the CSC Les Planètes will hold a 'Pink Bingo' to benefit the Gustave Roussy Institute.
All donations collected during these events will be given to the '50 Shades of Pink' project by the Gustave Roussy Institute, a leading cancer research center.
